East of England
Trail Running Calendar East of England 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in East of England for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 187 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in East of England below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
A 10 km trail run on 21 August 2026 with limited places, a published Strava route, onsite parking guidance, finisher coffee and cake, and results posted within 48 hours.
A fundraising family 5K colour run at Stowmarket Town FC with multi-terrain routes, colour zones and a BBQ finish, raising funds for the club youth section.
A self navigation trail event along the Colne Valley Path with marathon and half marathon distances, stocked aid stations, cupless arrangements, a pre-race shuttle and optional medal choices.
Trail races of 5km and 10km from Whitwell and Reepham Railway Station supporting Keeping Abreast charity, with medals for finishers, refreshments, and parking where proceeds are donated.
A trail half marathon from Creasey Park across the Dunstable Downs, run mainly on footpaths and bridleways. The self navigated course includes checkpoints and guide runners, a GPX file, on course drink stations and event facilities.
Two self-navigation trail races near Chelmsford on 23 Aug 2026: the hilly Admiral McHilly (approx 16 miles) and the flatter Chelmer Trail (approx 6 miles).
Guided group trail run of 10 km through High Lodge in Thetford Forest, led at a conversational pace with groups based on ability. Mostly flat woodland terrain, trail shoes recommended; parking costs £3 and the entry fee is £12.50.
Guided trail runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest offering 10k and 16k routes with forest facts, wildlife spotting and trail-running tips.
Off-road obstacle run at Doddington on 23 August 2026 with 3 km, 5 km or 10 km options, age-based tickets and over 60 obstacles.
An in-person meet at Star Wing Taproom with a 5k on local fields and trails, plus a live DJ, loaded fries and drinks available.
A last man standing backyard ultra on a 4.167 mile loop in the grounds of Gosfield School, Essex. Runners repeat the loop on the hour until one remains; the event includes camping, showers, a small aid station and a £150 winner prize.
A 15-mile trail race near Danbury on 30/08/2026 featuring 1600 ft+ of ascent, technical singletrack, locally made trophies and cash prizes including a course-record bonus.
A functional fitness race in Bedford on 30 August 2026 combining ten Xercises with repeated runs in solo, doubles or relay formats, with standard and LITE weight divisions.
Charity walking and running event on 30 Aug 2026 with approx 9.5 and 4.5 mile narrative-route courses, unmarked and hosted by Mid Essex Casuals.
Self navigation trail races in Felsted on 31 Aug 2026 offering approx 10 miles or 10 km; entry includes a voucher for a bacon or veggie sausage sandwich.
September 2026
A sunset trail event at Ickworth Park offering 5K and 10K routes across limestone paths, woodland and meadows. The 10K is chip timed, all finishers receive a medal and the event operates as cupless with water refill points.
A muddy obstacle-course run in Brentwood with 5 km and 1.5 km options, achievable obstacles, finisher medals and post-race wash-downs.
A women only muddy obstacle course in Brentwood, Essex covering 5 km with varied obstacles, wash facilities, a finisher medal and an inclusive, non competitive format.
An ultra endurance event in Heartwood Forest where participants cover four mile loops within a 12 hour window, solo or in relays up to eight people. Winners are decided by distance and all finishers receive a medal.
An inaugural off road half marathon through Donyland Woods, Friday Woods and nearby countryside on Sunday 6th September. Entries were handled online and the event is listed as sold out with 26 entrants.